Gandie's Opening near Kempsey

There’s been a lot of excitement locally about Gandies opening near Kempsey - and it’s easy to see why. While it’s not quite in the heart of the village, it’s still very close by and feels like a great new addition to the area.

Where is it?

Gandies is opening at the Kempsey Eco Business Park, just on the edge of the village.

🚗 About 5 minutes by car
🚲 Around 10–15 minutes by bike
🚶‍♂️ A bit of a longer walk, but doable if you fancy it

So it’s less of a “stumble upon it” café and more of a place you head to with intention - which, honestly, can make it feel a bit more special.

What’s all the hype about?

There’s already a real buzz building. From their updates, Gandies looks nearly ready to open (early April 👀), and they’ve been sharing sneak peeks of the space and menu that have definitely caught people’s attention.

Expect:

✨ A modern brunch-focused menu
☕ Proper good coffee
📸 Big, Instagram-worthy plates
🌿 A fresh, independent vibe

It’s something a little different for Kempsey - and that’s exciting.

Will it work?

There’s always a bit of curiosity with something new like this. Yes, it’s not right on the high street, and you’ll probably need to plan your visit but that’s also part of the appeal. If the food and coffee are great, people will absolutely make the trip.

We’re seeing more and more places become “destination cafés” - and Gandies could easily fit into that category.

How does it fit locally?

Kempsey already has some lovely spots:

• Plovers Rise Community Café – a small but brilliant community favourite
• St. Peter’s Garden Centre – relaxed and reliable
• Toby Carvery – for a big, no-fuss breakfast
• Harvester – easy and family-friendly

Gandies feels like it’s bringing something new into the mix rather than replacing anything which is a win.

Final thoughts

Gandies might not be a traditional “village café,” but that’s kind of the point.

It’s something a bit different, a bit modern, and definitely something to look forward to. If it delivers on quality, it could quickly become a go-to spot for brunch, coffee, and a weekend treat.

Either way - the excitement is building, and we’re genuinely looking forward to seeing it open its doors.